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Hackensack is a city in Cass County, Minnesota.
Minnesota State Highway 371 serves as a main route in the community.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area
of 0.7 square miles (1.9 km˛), of which, 0.7 square miles (1.8 km˛) of
it is land and 1.39% is water. The elevation is 1,391 ft (424 m) above
sea level.

As of the census of 2000, there were 285 people, 132
households, and 76 families residing in the city. The
population density was 400.6 people per square mile
(155.0/km˛). There were 187 housing units at an average
density of 262.9/sq mi (101.7/km˛). The racial makeup of
the city was 96.84% White, 2.11% Native American, and
1.05% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any
race were 0.35% of the population.

There were 132 households out of which
19.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them,
48.5% were married couples living together, 4.5% had a
female householder with no husband present, and 42.4%
were non-families. 36.4% of all households were made up
of individuals and 18.9% had someone living alone who
was 65 years of age or older. The average household size
was 2.16 and the average family size was 2.74.

In the city the population was spread
out with 20.4% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24,
23.9% from 25 to 44, 21.8% from 45 to 64, and 26.7% who
were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44
years. For every 100 females there were 88.7 males. For
every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.8
males.

The median income for a household in
the city was $24,375, and the median income for a family
was $31,094. Males had a median income of $18,438 versus
$25,556 for females. The per capita income for the city
was $12,768. About 3.3% of families and 10.5% of the
population were below the poverty line, including 2.0%
of those under the age of eighteen and 10.8% of those
sixty five or over.

HACKENSACK,
a city in Birch Lake Township, section 19, was named for an earlier post
office there established in 1888, which derived its name from the town of
Hackensack in New Jersey, on the Hackensack River, given by James Curo,
who was the first postmaster, ranchman, and merchant there. It was
incorporated as a village on June 5, 1903, and separated from the township
on May 18, 1911; it had a station of the Minnesota and International
Railway; it was also the home of Lucette Diana Kensack, Paul Bunyan's
girlfriend.

Located in
Central Cass County, Deep Portage is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit
residential environmental education/outdoor recreation center. Open
to the public, it is a place where community, education, and the
environment come together. There are hiking trails to enjoy, an
interpretive center to explore, and educational programming
available year round. Each year
thousands of students from throughout the world explore at Deep
Portage in conservation and environmental education activities,
fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and
Schools. Visit the schools section of this site to plan your class
trip.

The trail pathway follows the original railroad line
built in 1893 by Burlington Northern and abandoned in 1983. It is
now among the longest paved "Rails to Trails" in the nation. This
new Trail will ultimately link 16 communities between it's source in
Brainerd/ Baxter and Lake Bemidji State Park on the north. It is
non-motorized, except for snowmobiles. Uses of the Paul Bunyan Trail
will include bicycling, hiking, in-line skating, and it is fully
accessible for persons with disabilities. The Trail showcases area
pine forests, sparkling lakes, colorful wildflowers and wildlife.
The user will pass along the shorelines of 21 lakes, through scenic
wetlands, and cross bridges over streams and rivers.

The Owls Nest is a
quaint motel located in the heart of Hackensack, MN. It's
perfect for a cozy overnight with the family on your way Up
North. The Owls Nest is open year round and offer daily
and seasonal RV site rental . We have 9 units that are handicap
accessible, include free wireless access, & pets are welcome for
additional charge.

Located
in the north woods on Birch Lake one of Minnesota's finest
recreational lakes.
You'll find us about 3-1/2 hour or 180 miles north of Minneapolis and
St. Paul, Minnesota.Experience northern Minnesota at a
wonderful family operated small resort.
Stay in one of six lovely lakeside cottages nestled in pine, oak and
birch trees.

Located on the east
shore of Birch Lake in Hackensack, MN the sunsets over Birch Lake can
be spectacular. Swings and volleyball available in the cabin area
and all the amenities of Hackensack are within walking distance.
Tennis, horseshoes, public beach, boat ramp, fishing pier, playground,
and the Paul Bunyan trail.

Cedar Bay is a secluded family resort nestled in
mature pines with all the modern conveniences to make your vacation
thoroughly enjoyable. We take great care and pride in making
everything clean and comfortable for our guests. We look forward to
seeing you!

We invite you to
spend your vacation with us at one of nature's most beautiful
havens. Chippewa Lodge is nestled on the shores of the pristine
Woman Lake. It's 6,000 acres yield great fishing for the beginner
and an unrelenting challenge to the seasoned pro.

Ten Mile Lake near Hackensack is a spring-fed lake
that covers over 5,000 acres, which accounts for its clean, clear
water. Clarity readings are at about 27 feet. Happiness Resort on
Ten Mile Lake is located on Long Bay which is about 500 acres. The
clear blue water of Ten Mile Lake is inviting to fishermen, skiers,
and swimmers. Ten Mile Lake is noted for walleye fishing but is also
an excellent bass fishing lake and kids catch sunfish right off the
docks. Our sandy beach is well situated to vacationers of all ages.

We would love to
share with you the quiet, serene resort we found nestled amongst a
variety of mature trees in the Northwoods of Minnesota. We had a
dream and a vision of what we would want for a family resort. We
looked long and hard and found this one. Let us tell you why this
one is so special. It's secluded with no neighbors nearby and state
forest land across from our resort insuring no future developments
being built. You are in your own quiet escape into nature with
leaves rustling in the breeze, birds chirping and water lapping.

Welcome to one of Minnesota's finest
family-run/family-friendly camping and resorts. Let us
and the whispering pines of the north woods provide
your family and friends with memories for a lifetime.
We take pride in our well-maintained grounds and our
scenic landscape. May your stay with us be relaxing
and pleasurable.

There are so many activities for the whole family
to enjoy at Shady Shores Resort. Birch Lake offers excellent
fishing, boating, and other exciting water activities. Shady Shores
Resort is perfect for the whole family and gives you access to the
lake right out your backdoor!

Sievers Resort is a northern Minnesota
family-owned resort located on private Poquet Lake. We offer one of
the best resort vacation experiences in Minnesota. Our location is
peaceful and private and excellent for fishing. There are seven
nicely furnished lake cabins situated on 2700 feet of Poquet Lake
shoreline and surrounded by our own 102 wooded acres. Bring your own
boat or use ours at no extra cost.

Nestled on the big point of picturesque Webb Lake,
Sperr's Point Resort offers the vacationer a family resort in a
park-like setting of 15 acres. All of our cottages have excellent
lake views and decks from which you can enjoy the view.

Our cabins
are clean and comfortable, all well-spaced along 850 ft. of shoreline.
Kitchens are fully equipped with everything needed for a relaxing
stay.All bedrooms have full-size beds. Living rooms have futons or
hide-a-beds for extra sleeping room.

Our resort is located on BEAUTIFUL FIve Point Lake in
the heart of the lakes area in Hackensack MN. We have 8 clean,
comfortable rustic cabins and 7 wooded campsites on a level
lakeshore setting. Come hear the call of the loons or gaze up into
the night sky and see an endless array of stars as you recall the
splendor of your day by the campfire.

Twin Springs Resort offers nine clean comfortable
cabins spaciously placed along one thousand feet of lakeshore. All
cabins are very close to the water's edge. We also manage a private
vacation rental on Pleasant lake.

Woman
Lake Lodge offers the best in north country living. . .a rustic
setting away from the rigors of the work day world. Woman Lake Lodge
offers plenty of activities to keep the whole family busy; Fishing,
Hiking, Swimming, Boating, or just plain relaxing and having fun.
Families become friends. Just minutes away from beautiful Deep
Portage Conservation Reserve and Chippewa National Forest, Woman
Lake Lodge is nineteen quiet.